Rubén de Gracia heads The Dash, a classic cocktail bar that has maintained its presence next to the Plaza de Olavide for a decade. The establishment has spent ten years operating near the well-known Madrid square, anchoring its identity in the preparation of traditional mixed drinks.
The venue’s longevity in the neighborhood reflects a sustained focus on a specific segment of cocktail culture, eschewing shifting nightlife trends in favor of established recipes. De Gracia oversees the daily operations of the bar, where the emphasis remains on the precise execution of classic beverage formats.